In recent events, we have all witnessed the uproar for justice for all Black people world wide and it was truly both powerful and inspiring. To be a Black person should be to be human just like everyone else. To get equal rights. To feel safe anywhere and everywhere. To matter.
This project was started for this sole reason, as The Young Writers Initiative will always stand to inform, support and amplify, and that extends further beyond the world of writing and art. This project was not limited to those to aspects either, being open to all forms of expression, from dance, song, poetry and speech. We wanted to explore these complex emotions that come with the passion, power and anger at the injustice of this world, so the project was open to all ages to share their thoughts and empower Black people across the globe.
Not stopping there, all profit from this book would go to to a Black organization, Black Table Arts, who are an organization for Black artists, writers and creatives to help them grow and improve. This book is dedicated to all the Black folks out there. I hope you fall in love with being you. Being Black. Because you matter. Always.
Best,
Nour Salama (Editor-In-Chief of BLM Project)
This project was started for this sole reason, as The Young Writers Initiative will always stand to inform, support and amplify, and that extends further beyond the world of writing and art. This project was not limited to those to aspects either, being open to all forms of expression, from dance, song, poetry and speech. We wanted to explore these complex emotions that come with the passion, power and anger at the injustice of this world, so the project was open to all ages to share their thoughts and empower Black people across the globe.
Not stopping there, all profit from this book would go to to a Black organization, Black Table Arts, who are an organization for Black artists, writers and creatives to help them grow and improve. This book is dedicated to all the Black folks out there. I hope you fall in love with being you. Being Black. Because you matter. Always.
Best,
Nour Salama (Editor-In-Chief of BLM Project)
CONDENSED PROCESS
1. Donate $5 or more to Black Table Arts
2. Download/screenshot receipt
3. Black out any sensitive information
4. Fill out TYWI order form and upload receipt
5. You'll learn more from there!
2. Download/screenshot receipt
3. Black out any sensitive information
4. Fill out TYWI order form and upload receipt
5. You'll learn more from there!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Black out your credit card and address information on your receipt
2. Donations must be dated AFTER 9/18/20 and within THREE DAYS of ordering the book
3. Donate $5 or more to Black Table Arts
4. You MUST have PayPal. If you live in an area where PayPal isn't accessible, please contact sales@tywi.org and we will work with you. If you're confused about PayPal or donating, please email sales@tywi.org
5. If you're having trouble accessing the book after you've gone through the steps, please contact sales@tywi.org
6. If you have any other questions, please email us at contact@tywi.org or DM us on our Instagram or Twitter account (@tywiorg)
2. Donations must be dated AFTER 9/18/20 and within THREE DAYS of ordering the book
3. Donate $5 or more to Black Table Arts
4. You MUST have PayPal. If you live in an area where PayPal isn't accessible, please contact sales@tywi.org and we will work with you. If you're confused about PayPal or donating, please email sales@tywi.org
5. If you're having trouble accessing the book after you've gone through the steps, please contact sales@tywi.org
6. If you have any other questions, please email us at contact@tywi.org or DM us on our Instagram or Twitter account (@tywiorg)
Black Table Arts mission is to provide access to quality, writing and art-based programs that center education, social justice, and artistic development to uplift black lives.
They offer professional development for institutions centered in education and the arts. They work with artists all over the state of Minnesota to collaborate on speaking engagements, performances, writing workshops and panel discussions. Contact them at BlackTableArts@gmail.com.
We wanted this project to support their organization because they are reputable, creating change in their community, and uplifting Black writers and artists. They are an amazing organization where you can order anthologies, merchandise, donate, volunteer, and attend conferences.
They offer professional development for institutions centered in education and the arts. They work with artists all over the state of Minnesota to collaborate on speaking engagements, performances, writing workshops and panel discussions. Contact them at BlackTableArts@gmail.com.
We wanted this project to support their organization because they are reputable, creating change in their community, and uplifting Black writers and artists. They are an amazing organization where you can order anthologies, merchandise, donate, volunteer, and attend conferences.
How to Order the Digital Copy
- 1. Go to blacktablearts.com and donate at least $5 or more to their cause! This is what their donation system looks like!
- 1. When you get on there, you will see the donation button. Click "I want to help." It will then ask for your name and how much you wish to donate. After you put an amount of $5 or more, it will take you to your PayPal login. If you do NOT have PayPal, please email us at sales@tywi.org so we can work something out. We will help you make one, but if you're country doesn't allow it, we'll devise some solutions.
- 2. After you donate, you should get a receipt through the email connected to your PayPal account. If you don't get this email, don't worry! Check your PayPal "Activity" Section. You should see a recent sending of funds to Arcata Press Saint Paul Almanac. This IS Black Table Arts, so don't be confused when you see that on your activity.
- 3. Take a screenshot/download your receipt. PLEASE black out any sensitive information. We do not want to see your address or credit card information.
We NEED to see your NAME, Date of Donation, Amount, and that it's been donated to Black Table Arts. Please black out any other information.
NOTE: Your date of donation must be dated AFTER 9/18/20, and within three days of when you order a digital copy of the e-book.
NOTE: Your date of donation must be dated AFTER 9/18/20, and within three days of when you order a digital copy of the e-book.
AFTER YOU DONATE
Please fill out the form below. You will not be charged anything after this point, but you MUST upload proof of donation AKA your receipt.
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This is a google form and it will ask you to upload your proof of receipt. This must be $5 OR MORE to Black Table Arts, no other organization. We DO verify this every single day. Once you do this, you will get more information from there on how to get the e-book.